Rodney’s first foray into China was in 2005 when he was invited to show his photography work in an exhibition held by Tourism Australia. After the completion of his month-long trip, he admits that he knew within about a fortnight that he’d be back.

Claire O’Shannessy arrived in China with a backpack, her partner Archie, and an attitude conducive to success. Describing her first foray with Shanghai as more of a “reconnaissance mission to see what the opportunities were like” they quickly discovered that opportunities were rife and was the place they needed to be.

Ladies Who Tech was initiated by Charlene Liu and revitalised/relaunched with Jill Tang on International Women’s Day in 2017. Both women believe in challenging the status quo by encouraging more women to discover their potential in STEM.

Alexandra Chu is founding partner of The ANKEN Group, an innovative, boutique real estate development company that uses sustainable practices to design and build commercial spaces for the Shanghai market.

Liam Kearney is the Australian Government’s 2017 New Colombo Plan Fellow, based in Shanghai. The New Colombo Plan is a signature initiative to deepen Australia’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific through supporting undergraduates to undertake study and internships in the region.

On Tuesday the 24th of October we were delighted to invite the Advance community to an evening hosted by Michelle Garnaut, CEO of M Restaurant Group and Advance Board Member, at M Glam in Shanghai to experience delicious Aussie wines, cocktails and canapés while enjoying gorgeous views of the Bund.

Meet Peter Arkell, Managing Director at Carrington Day, former Chairman at AustCham Shanghai, and long time Advance member, who began his experience living in China more than fifteen years ago. Peter shared with Advance a snapshot into his Shanghai life - including how he perceives the Australian community is influencing culture there.

Meet Bethwyn Todd, the President of FMC Corporation, Asia, who has been living in Shanghai for two and a half years. Bethwyn shared her insights on what role Shanghai will play as a global city in the future, and why it's important for Australia to maintain a robust relationship with China.

Meet Tony Zhuang, a Shanghai-based alumnus of the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Advance spoke to Tony to learn about how his experience studying in Australia positively impacted his vocational pathway.

Meet Jackie Robb, a Shanghai-based alumnus of Monash University, Melbourne. Advance recently spoke to Jackie about how studying in Australia contributed to her for a successful career and the benefits of staying connected to Monash University Alumni.

Andrew Kuiler had a lot of Chinese influences growing up, but it was only until after high school that he really started paying attention to the unique opportunities and experiences available in sprawling cities like Beijing and Shanghai.

“Shanghai, a metropolis full of energy and a lifestyle many liken to big international cities like New York. Shanghai is a fascinating mix of East and West, prevalent in the city's architecture, culinary offerings and culture. There is never a dull moment in this city.”

A stimuli-rich city like Shanghai is an artist’s dream; with new opportunities, sensations and impressions continuously presenting themselves as inspiration. Someone who can attest to this is photographer and filmmaker Olivia Martin-McGuire.

Casey Hall, a journalist and author who moved to Shanghai in 2007 with her husband when the idea of living and working in China was still somewhat foreign and cities like London were the popular choice.

Australian born Michelle Garnaut is one of the most respected and recognised restaurateurs in Asia, and was described by Time magazine as “an industry celebrity” as well as “the pioneer of China’s fashionable-dining scene”.

Calling all millennials with a passion for innovation and social change, the China Australia Millennial Project (CAMP) is on the hunt for young leaders and innovators to join our award-winning bilateral program in 2017.